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Is this right.
« on: March 17, 2013, 10:14:54 pm »
Today I was cleaning the front pegs on my newly acquired basket case 750 K2 and noticed they are different. Is this how it's supposed to be or is one of these a wrongun? This can't be right coz the way they are now one foot is further forward than the other.
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #1 on: March 17, 2013, 11:16:34 pm »
I'm not sure - but wouldn't one be diff to accommodate the rear brake foot pedal?
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« Reply #2 on: March 17, 2013, 11:48:45 pm »
I was hoping someone with a similar vehicle might just go n have a look????
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« Reply #3 on: March 18, 2013, 12:01:51 am »
even the 500/550 ones are different,lots of bikes are.
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #4 on: March 18, 2013, 12:12:11 am »
It is normal, been a few frames that photos show this recently, it drives those attention to detail nuts over the edge. Want to really twist your head around it, look at the 70s BMW boxer motor designs.

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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #5 on: March 18, 2013, 01:35:18 am »
My 350 twin has a good couple of inches difference side to side.  The right side is set forward to allow the kick start to do its thing.
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #6 on: March 18, 2013, 03:24:42 am »
Thanks for the replies fellas, it doesn't seem right to me, even if it is so I see no reason why it should be so on the K2, so much so that I'm willing to take to the longer one with whatever it takes to make them the same. I don't see the brake pedal needing the extra length and it's just stupid to have one more forward than the other. It's not like the extra length goes straight up, it's more forward. I'm still hoping someone who has one of these can have a look n report back.
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« Reply #7 on: March 18, 2013, 03:30:40 am »
The pegs on my K4 are just like that.  It is normal.
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« Reply #8 on: March 18, 2013, 03:41:50 am »
I was always under the impression that the 750's had the pegs offset for the same reason as the 350, to allow clearance for the kicker.  FYI, my 650Z has no kick starter and the pegs are even ;D.
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« Reply #9 on: March 18, 2013, 04:28:54 am »
Welcome to the forum Nic..trust us it is correct. Every 750 I have done are the same. Just be sure you put them back on the correct side. :)
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #10 on: March 18, 2013, 06:26:39 am »
Quote from: Harsh on March 18, 2013, 03:30:40 am
The pegs on my K4 are just like that.  It is normal.

+1. Look at your motor, it's not the same on each side either.
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« Reply #11 on: March 18, 2013, 12:42:26 pm »
Quote from: trueblue on March 18, 2013, 03:41:50 am
I was always under the impression that the 750's had the pegs offset for the same reason as the 350, to allow clearance for the kicker.  FYI, my 650Z has no kick starter and the pegs are even ;D.

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« Reply #12 on: March 18, 2013, 01:52:03 pm »
Quote from: Johnie on March 18, 2013, 04:28:54 am
Welcome to the forum Nic..trust us it is correct. Every 750 I have done are the same. Just be sure you put them back on the correct side. :)
Thanks for the welcome Johnie, well there's proof positive, I guess I'll just leave em as they are then although mine are bent somewhat, I'll need to fire up the oxy. Thanks to all who replied.
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #13 on: March 19, 2013, 04:46:53 am »
Quote from: dave500 on March 18, 2013, 12:42:26 pm
Quote from: trueblue on March 18, 2013, 03:41:50 am
I was always under the impression that the 750's had the pegs offset for the same reason as the 350, to allow clearance for the kicker.  FYI, my 650Z has no kick starter and the pegs are even ;D.

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Gee that's a little harsh, just because I own an example of the best SOHC bike Honda made ;D
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« Reply #14 on: March 19, 2013, 01:02:16 pm »
no worries Mr perfect footpeg.
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #15 on: March 19, 2013, 02:29:40 pm »
Quote from: trueblue on March 19, 2013, 04:46:53 am
Quote from: dave500 on March 18, 2013, 12:42:26 pm
Quote from: trueblue on March 18, 2013, 03:41:50 am
I was always under the impression that the 750's had the pegs offset for the same reason as the 350, to allow clearance for the kicker.  FYI, my 650Z has no kick starter and the pegs are even ;D.

i hate you true blue!
Gee that's a little harsh, just because I own an example of the best SOHC bike Honda made ;D

You finally bought a 750....?   8)
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #16 on: March 20, 2013, 03:15:20 am »
Quote from: Retro Rocket on March 19, 2013, 02:29:40 pm
Quote from: trueblue on March 19, 2013, 04:46:53 am
Quote from: dave500 on March 18, 2013, 12:42:26 pm
Quote from: trueblue on March 18, 2013, 03:41:50 am
I was always under the impression that the 750's had the pegs offset for the same reason as the 350, to allow clearance for the kicker.  FYI, my 650Z has no kick starter and the pegs are even ;D.

i hate you true blue!
Gee that's a little harsh, just because I own an example of the best SOHC bike Honda made ;D

You finally bought a 750....?   8)
No, why would I buy a 750 when in standard trim the 650 is just as quick 8), it also came standard with dual front discs, rearset pegs, electronic ignition and a charging system that actually works ;D.
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Re: Is this right.
« Reply #17 on: March 20, 2013, 10:53:08 am »
They are different from the factory , and I have seen many with a slight forward bend on the right peg from repeated strikes from the kicker, usually you will notice some matching marks on the peg bracket and the kicker . Hung me up also , just like the left shock on my K8 being about 20mm out more!
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« Reply #18 on: March 20, 2013, 01:24:50 pm »
Quote from: trueblue on March 20, 2013, 03:15:20 am
Quote from: Retro Rocket on March 19, 2013, 02:29:40 pm
Quote from: trueblue on March 19, 2013, 04:46:53 am
Quote from: dave500 on March 18, 2013, 12:42:26 pm
Quote from: trueblue on March 18, 2013, 03:41:50 am
I was always under the impression that the 750's had the pegs offset for the same reason as the 350, to allow clearance for the kicker.  FYI, my 650Z has no kick starter and the pegs are even ;D.

i hate you true blue!
Gee that's a little harsh, just because I own an example of the best SOHC bike Honda made ;D

You finally bought a 750....?   8)
No, why would I buy a 750 when in standard trim the 650 is just as quick 8), it also came standard with dual front discs, rearset pegs, electronic ignition and a charging system that actually works ;D.

Hmmmm, never had a problem with a 750 charging system but i could point you to a few threads about failing 650's.... ;D ;D ;D
Touche.... 8)
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